Operations & Technology Intern

About MakeOurHome

MakeOurHome is an early-stage technology company building a mobile platform in the home space. As a small and growing team, we move quickly, work collaboratively, and expect team members to be comfortable wearing multiple hats.

We are looking for a highly organized, tech-savvy and proactive Operations & Technology Intern to work closely with our Founder & CEO and broader team.

This is a unique hybrid role combining executive support, startup operations and hands-on technology/product work. It is ideal for an early-career professional with a Computer Science, Information Technology or similar background who is organized, technically capable and interested in gaining exposure to both the business and technology sides of building a startup.

The position will begin as a 90-day contract-to-hire role, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent position based on performance and company needs.

Responsibilities

Product & Technology Support

• Support the development, testing and maintenance of MakeOurHome's mobile application
• Assist with mobile application features, enhancements and bug fixes
• Participate in application testing, debugging and quality assurance
• Assist with API integrations and backend services
• Work with AWS cloud services and cloud-based development environments
• Use Git and GitHub for version control and team collaboration
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions
• Document technical work, issues and solutions
• Help coordinate priorities and communication between technical team members, contractors and leadership
• Assist with product releases, feature tracking and technical project management

Startup Operations

• Help establish and maintain internal processes as the company grows
• Coordinate across product, technology, operations and outside partners
• Help manage projects and ensure tasks are completed on schedule
• Assist with various company initiatives and operational needs
• Help with light office management for our small Jersey City office
• Coordinate supplies, deliveries, building management and service providers as needed
• Identify problems, research solutions and take initiative to get things done

Administrative Support

• Manage the executive team's calendar, meetings, scheduling and day-to-day priorities
• Handle correspondence, follow-ups and general administrative tasks
• Coordinate with team members, vendors, contractors and outside partners
• Track projects, deadlines, action items and deliverables
• Organize company documents, agreements, files and records
• Prepare documents, spreadsheets, presentations and meeting materials
• Assist with hiring, onboarding and HR-related administrative tasks
• Conduct research on vendors, tools, services and other business needs
• Follow up with internal and external stakeholders to keep projects moving

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a similar field
• Coursework, projects or experience involving mobile application development
• Familiarity with technologies such as React Native, Flutter, Swift, Kotlin, Android or iOS
• Knowledge of one or more programming languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, Python or C++
• Familiarity with AWS or other cloud technologies
• Basic understanding of REST APIs, databases and Git/GitHub
• Strong proficiency with Google Workspace, including Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets and Drive
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Resourceful, proactive and comfortable figuring things out independently
• Comfortable working directly with a Founder/CEO
• Comfortable switching between technical, administrative and operational responsibilities
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally and with discretion
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving startup environment

Ideal Candidate

You may be a strong fit if you're early in your career and don't want to be limited to one function.

You might spend part of your day helping test a new mobile feature or working with the development team, another part coordinating an important project, and another helping the Founder prepare for a meeting or making sure an operational issue gets resolved.

We are looking for someone who is technically capable, extremely organized, curious and willing to take ownership.

Because we're a small team, there will be significant exposure to how an early-stage technology company is built—from product development and engineering to hiring, operations and executive decision-making.

As the company grows, this role can evolve based on the individual's strengths, performance and interests.